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Former Arab Studies Chair Dies

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Professor Barbara Stowasser, former chair of the Department of Arabic and Islamic Studies, died yesterday at Sibley Memorial Hospital.

Burglary Reported in Reiss

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A laptop was stolen from an office in Reiss Science Building Friday morning, the Department of Public Safety reported.

Commencement Speakers Announced

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This year’s commencement speakers will feature a wide range of famous names, including journalist and television producer David Simon and LivingSocial CEO Tim O’Shaughnessy.

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Condoms, Alcohol Found on Steps of Dahlgren Chapel

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The women's club volleyball team has accepted responsibility for Tuesday's late-night littering.

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Former Department Chair Dies

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Former Chair of the Department of Physiology and Biophysics Zofia Zukowska died on April 15 at her home in Stillwater, Minn.

Fluke Named Woman of Distinction

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Sandra Fluke (LAW ’12) was named one of the 2012 Women of Distinction last week for her work in helping to promote equity for women and girls.

GUSA Senate Endorses Raising Evidentiary Standard

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The GUSA Senate unanimously passed a resolution that endorsed a recommendation to raise the burden of proof standard in the Student Code of Conduct Sunday night.

Armed Robberies Reported at Serendipity 3, Five Guys

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Two armed robberies were reported at restaurants within five blocks of campus Sunday.

Student Sexually Assaulted in Village A

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A student was sexually assaulted in Village A Friday evening, according to the Department of Public Safety.

GU Delays Insurance Changes

Georgetown will take advantage of a one-year delay offered by the Obama administration before adding contraceptive coverage to its student health insurance policy.

Disciplinary Committee Raises Burden of Proof

Georgetown’s Disciplinary Review Committee passed a recommendation to raise the burden of proof for disciplinary responsibility.

GU Still Investigating Labor Abuse Claims

Despite the Georgetown Solidarity Committee’s protests last Wednesday, the university has not yet responded to alleged labor rights abuses by the apparel company adidas.

Zoning Commission Votes To Approve ATF Proposal

The university’s revised plan for the Athletic Training Facility was unanimously approved by the D.C. Zoning Commission last night, more than five years after the initial plans for the building were approved.

Hilltop Grads Flock to Hill

For Lori Rowley (SFS ’83), who worked as a congressional intern during her university years, the move to working as a Capitol Hill staffer after graduation was a logical one.

Hospital Overbilled Medicare

Georgetown University Hospital overbilled Medicare by over $659,000 between 2009 and 2010, according to a recent audit released April 9 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Inspector General.

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Gelardin Buys New Equipment

Gelardin New Media Center will soon begin loaning out Kindle Fires and Apple iPads in addition to a variety of new, upgraded audio and video equipment as part of Lauinger Library’s ongoing efforts to step up its technology credentials. Gelardin has offered Kindles for one-month rentals for the past year and chose to order five additional Kindle Fires in response to the e-reader’s popularity.

Young Alumnus Dies

Recent Georgetown alumnus Florian Lorenz (MSB ’10) died earlier this week due to complications from a chronic heart condition.

After Quiet Term, DC Students Speak Seeks Louder Voice

Despite a muted presence on campus this semester, D.C. Students Speak has been making strides toward more student representation in local politics.

Professor Awarded Medal of Freedom

President Barack Obama announced Monday that World War II Polish resistance fighter and Georgetown scholar Jan Karski (GRD ’52) will be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom this spring.

Undergrad Research Expanding

With admission to graduate programs becoming more selective, “undergraduate research” has become a new buzz phrase on college campuses.

GUSA Considers SafeRides Revamp

The Georgetown University Student Association is considering plans to improve the student-run SafeRides program and to alter the Collegiate Readership Program.

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Study Evaluates Student Depression

Depression may not be widely acknowledge at Georgetown, but it is widely felt, according to a presentation given Friday by Tyler White (COL ’14) on the results of his semester-long research project studying depression in college students.

Yates Solicits Student Feedback

Yates Field House released its second annual student survey Thursday in an effort to beef up its services and equipment.

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The Hoya Elects New Staff

The fall semester editorial staff of The Hoya was elected this weekend and begins its term with today’s issue.

Puppy Love: Program Aims to Cool Off Finals Week Stress

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With final exams quickly approaching, the LXR Community Council and the Georgetown Gastronomes have made plans to transform Alumni Square into a stress-free zone filled with puppies and slushies.

Georgetown Professor Awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom

World War II Polish resistance fighter Jan Karski (G '52, H '83) will be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

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GSC Members Protest Labor Rights Abuses

About 20 members of the Georgetown Solidarity Committee protested alleged labor rights abuses by Georgetown licensee Adidas in front of University President John J. DeGioia’s office Wednesday afternoon.

Bias Site Inactive Since 2010

Georgetown’s Bias Related Incident Reporting System has not updated its online record of bias incident statistics since August 2010.

LGBTQ Checkbox Examined

In response to public debate over a proposal by the Georgetown University Student Association executive team to include an LGBTQ-friendly checkbox on freshman housing forms, GUSA is forming a working group to evaluate that proposal and other potential means of increasing on-campus safety for LGBTQ students.

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Market Revamps for New Semester

Building upon early popularity, the GU Farmers Market grew to incorporate new vendors and aims to expand its outreach and educational efforts this year.

SGU Spent Semester on Recruitment, Collaboration

Since its founding in October, the Student Group Union has worked to begin building a foundation for greater cooperation between university student groups.

Millennial Fellows Examine College Students’ Values

This semester, three Georgetown students attempted to gauge the values of the current college-aged generation through the Millennial Values Fellows program offered by the Berkeley Center for Religion, Peace and World Affairs.

Over 1,700 to Relay This Year

Tonight, a year of work by those involved with Relay For Life will come to fruition in an all-night celebration honoring cancer survivors and recognizing strides made toward finding a cure.

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Student Awarded Prize For Biomedical Research

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Frederick Ghandchi (COL ’13) was awarded one a Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship in recognition of his work in biomedical research.

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Sandra Fluke Brings Debate Back to GU

After being thrust into the media spotlight in the national debate on contraception coverage in healthcare, Sandra Fluke (LAW ’12) shared her story Monday in Gaston Hall.

 

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Proposals Await Approval

SAFE plans require review by university and neighborhood boards

Though one of the SAFE proposals is behind schedule, organizers of all three initiatives still hope to meet key deadlines as the end of the semester approaches.

Registrar’s Office to Make Course Evaluations More Accessible

The University Office of the Registrar will revamp the format of course and professor evaluation results to make data more accessible to students.

STIA Director to Leave for BU

Timothy Barbari, director of the Science, Technology and International Affairs program in the School of Foreign Service, will leave Georgetown at the end of the semester to become associate provost for graduate affairs at Boston University.

 

Laptop Stolen in Henle Burglary

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A laptop was stolen in a burglary at a Henle Village residence early Saturday morning.

Modified ATF Plans Advance

Revised plans for the new Athletic Training Facility were approved by the Old Georgetown Board last week and will now go before the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts for final approval.

Four GU Professors Chosen in The Princeton Review’s Top 300

The four Georgetown professors included in “The Best 300 Professors” list released by the Princeton Review last week all expressed surprise at the honor bestowed on them.

 

Tocqueville Forum Picks Interim Director

Government professor Joshua Mitchell has been tapped to serve as interim director of the Tocqueville Forum on the Roots of American Democracy and will seek to stabilize the organization after the departure of its founding director.

 

CMEA Admin Was Mentor, Advocate

Vanessa Correa left her post as assistant director of the Center for Multicultural Equity and Access last week, but her work will continue to shape the Community Scholars program and the lives of students after her departure.

 

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Wisconsin Improvements Draw Mixed Response

Construction along Wisconsin Avenue that began earlier this month has some residents and businesses in the Glover Park area concerned.

Middle States Assessment Presented

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An evaluation team assessing the university praised Georgetown’s innovations but cited room for improvement in the core curriculum Wednesday.

Kennedy Dorm Room Burglarized

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A student’s residence in Kennedy Hall was burglarized Tuesday night, according to the Department of Public Safety.

University, ANC Request Extension of Campus Plan Process

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The university and several neighborhood organizations have jointly requested a 60 day postponement of the deadline for filings in the 2010 Campus Plan process.

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GU's Admissions Rate Hits Record Low

Georgetown’s acceptance rate dropped slightly to reach an all-time low of 16.5 percent this admissions cycle, after a year in which a record number of applications were received.

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Student Wins Truman Scholarship

Joanna Foote (SFS ’13) was awarded the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Friday, making her the 26th Georgetown student to receive the honor.

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Justice for All: GU Law’s First Women

When Agnes Neill Williams (LAW ’54) stepped onto the Georgetown Law Center campus for the first time, she broke 81 years of tradition.

Graduate Applications Increase 4.5 Percent

Grad school deans hope to boost the university’s reputation for academic research at a time when graduate application numbers continue to rise.

MSB Drops Four Spots in Rankings

The McDonough School of Business fell four spots, from 10th to 14th, in Bloomberg Businessweek’s 2012 rankings of undergraduate business schools.

Crime Hits Academic Year Low

On-campus crime hit its low for this academic year, as crime plummeted 41 percent between February and March.

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Students Bring Global Lessons to Campus

Participants in several Alternative Spring Break trips and the Magis Immersion and Justice Program sponsored a week of events to share their experiences learning about the lives of immigrants and migrant workers.

 

Student Assaulted by Cab Driver

A student was assaulted by a taxi driver while being driven to campus early Wednesday morning, according to the Department of Public Safety.

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Gingrich Talks Social Security

Republican presidential candidate and former Speaker of the House of Representatives Newt Gingrich stressed his desire to return the country to its religious values and reform Social Security Wednesday.

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Mall Set for Interior Overhaul

The Shops at Georgetown Park are set to undergo substantial interior renovations, including the demolition of the entire ground floor of the building.

 

Capital Campaign on Track

While the university must increase the number of alumni participating in its current capital campaign to achieve long-term goals, the campaign is expected to meet this fiscal year’s benchmark.

Seniors May Get $1M Gift

An anonymous donor has pledged $1 million to the Class of 2012 if more seniors contribute to their class fund than did so last year.

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Rules for College Health Care Plans Finalized

The Department of Health and Human Services finalized a set of federal regulations on Wednesday that will affect Georgetown and about 2,000 other colleges and universities that offer health insurance plans to students and employees.

 

Old School: Medieval Club Celebrates Historical Era

Founded in the 1970s by students interested in medieval history and culture, the Medieval Club provides an extracurricular outlet not just for Medieval Studies students, but for all students with a penchant for history.

 

GUSA Passes Executive Cabinet, Budget

The Georgetown University Student Association senate voted unanimously to approve its budget for fiscal year 2013 and nominations for a new executive cabinet.

Alum Speaks to Business Success

Internet pioneer and venture capitalist Ted Leonsis (COL ’77) spoke about entrepreneurship and the importance of empathy to his business success Friday evening.

Thefts in District Spike 21 Percent

Thefts in MPD's second district, which includes Georgetown, have spiked 17 percent since Jan. 1, in keeping with a trend of increasing theft across D.C. 

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Grad Rates Lower for Minorities

While GU’s graduation rate for the Class of 2010 was among the highest in the nation, disparities exist within the university between graduation rates for different racial groups.

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DeGioia Celebrates 10 Years of U.S.-Afghan Women's Council

University President John J. DeGioia recognized U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former first lady Laura Bush for their work with women and children at the 10th anniversary celebration of the U.S.-Afghan Women’s Council Wednesday.

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A Year After Fire, Auto Shop Still Vacant

The site of the former Georgetown Auto Service and Washingtonian convenience store near the intersection of Wisconsin Avenue and Q Street remains vacant more than a year after a fire forced it to close.

No Plans for Empty Buildings on Campus

Kober-Cogan Building, which was closed in May 2010 after a steam leak, will remain closed indefinitely, according to the university.

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Alum Reflects on Experience With Cult

In the wake of the International Church of Christ’s recent ban from university property, Jenny Hunter (COL ’93) shared experiences from her 12 years with the organization in an effort to raise awareness about the dangers of predatory religious groups Tuesday night.

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Georgetown Day to Be Scaled Back

While the lack of a planning committee put this year’s Georgetown Day in jeopardy, students and administrators say a slightly scaled-down version of the annual event will still take place.

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Payroll System Glitch Leaves Some Unpaid

Some student employees have not been paid this semester due to problems with the university’s transition to the Georgetown Management System, a new employee organization portal.

Clinic Provides Students Hands On Experience

For some students at the Georgetown School of Medicine overwhelmed with labs and lectures, a day spent volunteering at Georgetown’s Hoya Clinic in Southeast D.C. can be just what the doctor ordered.

Initiative Releases Study on Sustainability at Georgetown

The Visions for a Sustainable Georgetown Initiative has recognized that it is not easy being green on the Hilltop, but hopes to change that with a campus-wide sustainability action plan.

Students Seek Concrete Action on Diversity

Still struggling to get many of the recommendations it issued in a 2009 report implemented by the university, the Student Commission for Unity is seeking to revitalize its presence on campus.

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Kids2College Allows Glimpse of College Life

Kids2College, a six-week program that uses a career-oriented curriculum, partners Georgetown undergraduates with public school students in D.C.’s Ward 7 to introduce them to college and how to prepare for it. 

First Black Undergraduate Dies

In 1950, the university accepted Samuel Halsey Jr. to the School of Foreign Service, making him the first black undergraduate in Georgetown history.

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Rash of Med Center Break-Ins Continues

Two burglaries were reported at the Georgetown University Medical Center during spring break, bringing the total number of Med Center break-ins over the past two months to eight.

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Clock Hands Replaced

The clock hands on the front face of Georgetown's famous Healy Tower were replaced by the university Tuesday morning, more than a week after they initially went missing. Full story

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Small Fire in Copley Hall

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A small kitchen fire on the third floor of Copley Hall sparked a minor commotion Monday evening.

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Dahlgren Renovation On Track, Seeking Donors

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While outside renovations are on schedule, planned interior renovations cannot begin until the university raises over $1 million in additional funds.

GUSA Senate Endorses Raising Evidentiary Standard

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The GUSA Senate unanimously passed a resolution that endorsed a recommendation to raise the burden of proof standard in the Student Code of Conduct Sunday night.

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Pay Unequal Across Schools

Professors and administrators agree that the university’s faculty compensation policies are in need of improvement.

Lawn Barricades Nixed Following Public Outcry

In a last-minute decision, the Georgetown Day Planning Committee announced Thursday night that Copley Lawn will not be barricaded during today’s Georgetown Day festivities.

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Ryan Defends Budget Plan, Critized for Cuts to Welfare

House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) came under fire from both students and faculty during a speech on his “Path to Prosperity” budget plan in Gaston Hall Thursday.

GUCD Dominates GUSA Staff

The progressive platform of GUSA President Clara Gustafson (SFS ’13) and Vice President Vail Kohnert-Yount (SFS ’13) aligned with the ideals of many Georgetown University College Democrats members this past campaign season, a factor that played a role in recent executive staff appointments.

Lawn Barricades Nixed Following Public Outcry

In a last-minute decision, the Georgetown Day Planning Committee announced Thursday night that Copley Lawn will not be barricaded during today’s Georgetown Day festivities.

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Improved Corp Security Pays Off

After Vital Vittles lost several thousand dollars in a string of thefts earlier this school year, new security features recently installed at the on-campus convenience store appear to be working.

For Grammy-Winning Prof, Country Roads Led to GU

Music professor and two-time Grammy Award winner Bill Danoff (FLL ’68) continues to excel in his career as a songwriter after six years of teaching courses in the department of performing arts at Georgetown.

Wheels Turn, but Not Profits

Though Capital Bikeshare failed to turn a profit last year, the deficit is unlikely to affect the service’s ability to operate.
Since its launch in September 2010, Capital Bikeshare has lost about $7 million on operating costs.

Albright Receives Top Honor

Madeleine Albright, former U.S. secretary of state and a Georgetown professor, will be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom later this spring. The award is the highest honor an American civilian can receive.

ANC Candidate Hopes to Spark Student Awareness

The Hoya sat down with Peter Prindiville to talk about his goals and the challenges he will face.

After Quiet Term, DC Students Speak Seeks Louder Voice

Despite a muted presence on campus this semester, D.C. Students Speak has been making strides toward more student representation in local politics.

Letter Calls For Contraceptive Coverage

University officials received a letter Thursday signed by almost half of Georgetown Law Center’s student body requesting that Georgetown include contraception coverage in student insurance plans for the 2012-2013 school year.

Honor Codes Look Beyond Academics

With a revamped Residential Judiciary Committee and a growing Student Advocacy Office, the university’s avenues for student involvement in conduct policies are growing.

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Student Cyclist to Pedal for Fitness

This summer, Heather Sweet (SFS ’14) will make her way from San Francisco, Calif., to Washington, D.C., a 4,100-mile cross-country journey that will be the longest bike ride of her life.

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Latino Fraternity Joins GU Greek Groups

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Six students became the first-ever pledge line of the Georgetown colony of the Phi Iota Alpha Fraternity Sunday, inaugurating the Latino fraternity’s presence on campus.

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Georgetown Questions Online College Cost Tool

After the federal government unveiled an online cost comparison tool to help families manage the expenses of college education last week, the tool has drawn criticism from colleges for misrepresenting the amount of debt students are likely to incur.

MSB to Raise $15,000 for GU Service Organization

MBA students will pick either the HOYA Clinic, Hoya Outreach Programs & Education or the Center for Social Justice to receive $15,000 Friday as part of a community service program launched by the McDonough School of Business.

Basic ATF Plans Approved by U.S. Commission of Fine Arts

The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts approved preliminary plans for the university’s Athletic Training Facility during its monthly meeting Thursday.

Eyes on the Stars: Students Aim To Revive Astronomical Society

The Georgetown University Astronomical Society, housed in the Heyden Observatory, is the living legacy of the Jesuits’ mission to advance astronomy at Georgetown. 

Pregnancy Talk Provides Forum for Ideas

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Georgetown University Right to Life held its 16th annual Pregnancy Resource Forum, which discussed current university resources available for pregnant students and student parents, Tuesday afternoon.

GU Pushes Innovation To Update Technology

With a mobile app set to go live Thursday and an inaugural Innovation Summit planned for this week, Georgetown is attempting to speed up its slow crawl into the 21st century.

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Valerie Earle: A Professor and Pioneer

Government professor Valerie Earle, one of the first female professors to teach in Georgetown College, led a career of firsts on the Hilltop.  

 

NSO Plans on Track as Director Search Continues

Although the planning for the 2012 New Student Orientation is well underway in its selection of coordinators, captains and advisers, the Center for Student Programs has not yet filled the position of assistant director of student programs and director of NSO.

 

Colleges Weigh Common Assessments

Amid a growing movement for colleges to undergo national standardized assessments, Georgetown officials have said such efforts are misleading and narrow in scope.

 

Campus Plan Talks To Resume

The university and neighbors will begin private conversations on the 2010 Campus Plan after the D.C. Zoning Commission approved a 60-day extension in the proceedings last week.

 

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Acceptance Rate Hits Record Low

Georgetown broke several records this admissions cycle, receiving an all-time high number of applications and recording an all-time low acceptance rate of 16.5 percent.

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Dean of the SCS to Leave in July

Robert Manuel, associate provost and dean of the School of Continuing Studies, will leave Georgetown at the semester’s end to begin his role as president of the University of Indianapolis.

National Debate Tournament Win Reflects Team Effort

Georgetown’s most recent pair of national champions stepped into the ring last week, armed with words and hours of research, to claim victory in this year’s National Debate Tournament championship.

 

GUSA May Pilot Game Rentals

The Georgetown University Student Association senate will vote Sunday on a proposal to launch a game equipment rental program on Harbin Patio next fall.

 

Law Center Announces Executive Education Program

The Law Center will launch a new executive education program in June, the university announced today.

Landlord Pledge Criticized

DCRA says lack of participation renders GU landlord pledge ineffective

Six months after the debut of the university’s landlord pledge — an agreement that calls on landlords to abide by D.C. regulations — some city officials are questioning its impact.

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Crêpe Amour to Close Sunday

Popular M Street creperie and espresso bar Crêpe Amour and its partner restaurant Georgetown Wing Co. are scheduled to close their doors this Sunday.   1 comment

Student Ideas Put to Work Online

Hoya Ideas Community, an online platform that allows students to submit, comment on and vote for suggestions to the university, has accumulated about 50 ideas and more than individual 700 users since its launch a month ago.

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Advocate Urges Legalization

Allen St. Pierre, executive director of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, advocated for the legalization of marijuana in the District and across the country Thursday evening.

 

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GU May Expand Downtown

University explores buying space in planned building ajdacent to Law Center

The university is considering purchasing space in a 2.2-million-square-foot building that will be constructed adjacent to the Georgetown Law Center in downtown D.C.

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Mayor Proposes $9.4 Billion Budget

D.C. Mayor Vincent Gray unrolled a $9.4 billion budget proposal for the fiscal year 2013 that contains no new taxes or fees but includes spending cuts and several initiatives to increase revenue.

 

Symposium to Explore Financial Crisis

The 2012 Lannan Spring Symposium and Literary Festival, “Blueprint for Accountability,” will explore the 2008 financial crisis and resultant Occupy Wall Street movement with a series of discussions and speaker events.

 

Tagliabues' $1M Donation Not Yet Ready

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The $1 million donated by Board of Directors Chairman Paul Tagliabue (CAS ’62) and his wife Chandler to the LGBTQ Resource Center in October will soon become available to its staff.

Students Gather in Support of Civil Discourse

Students gathered Friday on Healy Lawn in a show of support for civil discourse, responding to radio host Rush Limbaugh’s disparaging comments about a Georgetown Law Center student earlier this month.

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'Dream Accounts Act' Would Make College More Accessible

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The American Dream Accounts Act of 2012, proposed last week by Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.), would create a financial network to help lower-income high school students save for college.

Leaders Say Georgetown Day Lacked Support

After a late start to preparations threatened this year’s Georgetown Day, students involved in coordination efforts said they believe that the planning of the event needs increased institutional and student support.

MBA Applications Defy US Trends

Bucking a nationwide trend of declining interest in master of business administration degrees, applications to Georgetown’s MBA program have increased in recent years.

Project to Record Untold Histories

It’s 1 a.m. on a Thursday and Ianthe Metzger (COL ’12) is sitting in the semi-darkened Center for Social Justice, video camera in hand, interviewing a custodian on her 15-minute break.

Group Capitalizes on 'Kony 2012'

For the past two years, Georgetown’s Invisible Children chapter has worked to raise awareness of human rights violations committed by Joseph Kony, the leader of the Lord’s Resistance Army in Uganda.

Students Rebuild Northeast Ballfield

Student organizations are bringing a new ballgame to the Kenilworth neighborhood in Northeast D.C. in an effort to build community through sports.

Dems Honor High-Profile Alum

The Georgetown University College Democrats presented their Alumnus of the Year award Tuesday to Ron Klain (COL ’83), a professor in the government department who formerly served as the chief of staff to Vice Presidents Biden and Gore.

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DeGioia Celebrates 10 Years of U.S.-Afghan Women's Council

University President John J. DeGioia recognized U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former first lady Laura Bush for their work with women and children at the 10th anniversary celebration of the U.S.-Afghan Women’s Council Wednesday.

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New Exec Appoints Staff

  Georgetown University Student Association President Clara Gustafson (SFS ’13) and Vice President Vail Kohnert-Yount (SFS ’13) were inaugurated Saturday, ushering in a new staff and a new set of initiatives. 2 comments

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DeGioia Presents Clinton, Bush with Awards

University President John J. DeGioia recognized U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former first lady Laura Bush for their work with women and children at the 10th anniversary celebration of the U.S.-Afghan Women’s Council Wednesday.

Daisey Apologizes for Fabrications

Author and actor Mike Daisey apologized Monday for misrepresenting information in his monologue performance “The Agony and the Ecstasy of Steve Jobs,” the content of which was recently found to be fabricated.

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New Law Might Ease Student Debt

Students struggling under heavy student loan debt may be able to apply for loan forgiveness within 10 years of graduation, thanks to a new piece of legislation drafted by Rep. Hansen Clarke (D-Mich., LAW ’87). 

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Admissions Hits Crunch Time

For members of the admissions review committees, the last few weeks of March are among the busiest of the year. And with a record 20,050 applications received this year, committee members have more work on their hands than ever before. 

GU Celebrates Women's History Month

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As Women’s History Month draws to a close, the Women’s Center, GU Women of Color and GU Women in Politics will sponsor events to recognize women who have played a significant role in university history.

Georgetown Students Finalists For 2012 Truman Scholarship

Two students, Joanna Foote (SFS '13) and Shea Houlihan (SFS '13), have advanced to the final round in this year's competition for the Harry S. Truman Scholarship.

Student Rights Pamphlet Released

The Georgetown University Students Association released its Student Rights Pamphlet Thursday, drawing to a close an initiative that has been in the works for over a year.

Law Faculty, Congressmen, Face Off in Annual Game

Georgetown Law School faculty and staff took to a different kind of court Wednesday night, facing off against members of Congress in the 25th annual Home Court basketball game.